Reviews by scribeben

SulkAssociates

Rated 8/10

This is weird as hell and I love it. Might actually regret not rating it higher once I give it more listens.

Not quite as cohesive as some of her other albums, but some absolute killers on here, including her rendition of “Wild is the Wind”.

Contrary to my earlier statements, I realize now that this really is the best Hendrix record. Nearly all the songs are good and some are even great. Beyond that it’s such an important step in the evolution of rock music as the first hard rock, stoner rock and arguably even heavy metal record (on at least one track) it deserves the highest rating.

Rust in PeaceMegadeth

Rated 10/10

It’s always been hard for me to take Megadeth seriously because of Mustaine’s voice. But the explosively ornate arrangements and Friedman’s guitar playing more than make up for it.

Cool early post-punk with great energy. Not as polished as their later stuff but some killer guitar work. Wish I’d seen them live during this period.

InfectedThe The

Rated 6/10

This is a bit more interesting than their other record on here but I still don’t feel it.

This was the first Nick Cave album I got into and remains a favorite. Gratuitously violent and obscene for sure, but overall the poetry and storytelling is unparalleled. Featuring iconic duets with PJ Harvey and Kylie Minogue.